Belmont Cragin Elementary School at 6100 W Fullerton Avenue. Rendering by SMNGA and FORMA Architecture

Plan Commission Approves Belmont Cragin Elementary School Development at 6100 W Fullerton Avenue in Belmont Central

The Chicago Plan Commission has approved plans for the new Belmont Cragin Elementary School at 6100 W Fullerton Avenue in Belmont Central. Located in the southeastern corner of Riis Park, the site is located at the intersection of W Fullerton Avenue and N Meade Avenue. Public Building Commission of Chicago is the developer for the project, representing Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Park District.

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6447 S Ellis Avenue

Permits Issued for 6447 S Ellis Avenue in Woodlawn

Permits have been issued for a three-story residential building at 6447 S Ellis Avenue, located in Woodlawn. Owned by Mike Slazas, the planned project will contain four total units, along with a basement and a rear three-story open porch. The new structure is set to replace a currently vacant lot. However, given the larger size of the parcel and its current address of 6445 S Ellis Avenue, it is unclear if the owner will ultimately fit two new buildings within its bounds.

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